16 - cookware, Cookware characteristics, Match pan diameter to flame size – Fulgor Milano Sofia Series 48 Inch Freestanding Professional Gas Range Use and Care Manual Manuel d'utilisation

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16 - Cookware

IMPORTANT:

Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface

cooking area, element or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a

well fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy

thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop.
Aluminium and copper may be used as a core or base in

cookware. However, when used as a base it can leave

permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat

is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish

has the same characteristics as its base material.

For example, aluminium cookware with a non-stick finish will

take on the properties of aluminium.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material

characteristics.

Cookware Characteristics

Aluminum:

Heats quickly and evenly.

Suitable for all types of cooking. Medium or heavy thickness is

best for most cooking tasks.

Cast Iron:

Heats slowly and evenly.

Good for browning and frying. Maintains heat for slow

cooking.

Ceramic or Ceramic glass:

Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Heats slowly, but unevenly. Ideal results on low to medium heat

settings.

Copper:

Heats very quickly and evenly.

Earthenware:

Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Use on low heat settings.

Porcelain enamel on steel or cast Iron:

See stainless steel or cast iron.

Stainless steel:

Heats quickly, but unevenly. A core or base of aluminium or

copper on stainless steel provides even heating.

Match Pan Diameter to Flame Size

The flame should be the same size as the bottom of the pan

or smaller. Do not use small pans with high flame settings as

the flames can lick up the sides of the pan. Oversize pans that

span two burners are placed front to rear, not side to side.

Use Balanced Pans

Pans must sit level on the cooktop grate without rocking.

Center pan over burner.

Use a Lid That Fits Properly

A well-fitting lid helps shorten the cooking time. Flat, heavy

bottom pans provide even heat and stability.

WARNING

BALANCED PAN

CONCAVE (HOLLOW)

CONVEX (ROUNDED)

FLAME TOO LARGE FOR PAN SIZE

USE LIDS THAT FIT PROPERLY

UNBALANCED PAN

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